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YMCA Wynnum
Community Hub

YMCA Wynnum Community Hub is a place for anyone in the community to connect, have fun and seek support.

Come and say hello to the Wynnum crew and find out what’s on offer at our centre. Visit our Facebook Page for information about events we hold throughout the year.

Emergency Relief
Programs & Events
Community Resources

Emergency Relief

The Emergency Relief Program provides financial and/or material support to Queenslanders in financial crisis. The program is funded by the Government. The Wynnum Community Hub can provide immediate temporary relief to those who need a hand up, and can also connect you to other community organisations that can further support you.

If you are struggling with unexpected financial pressures, and require financial support, please call us at (07) 3555 6565 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for a chat or to make an appointment.

If you are looking to donate to support our local community please call (07) 3555 6565.

Emergency Relief Brochure

Programs & Events

The Y Wynnum Community Hub holds regular programs and events based on community interest and need. If you’re looking to connect with others, learn new skills or gain new interests or awareness, please join us! All programs and events are free or low cost and are open to all members of the community.

Visit our Facebook Page for information about events we hold throughout the year.

What's On Calendar

Ongoing activities:

Information and Referral Service Forms Assistance

By appointment

The Y Wynnum Community Hub provides a free service to help community members correctly complete both paper and online forms. These forms include Centrelink forms, Medicare forms, housing applications, application forms and any other general forms.

Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make an appointment.

Personal Counselling

Every Thursday by booking
Contact us to make an appointment

In partnership with Change Futures, free one on one, face to face counselling sessions with a provisional or general psychologist are offered at our centre on Fridays. 10 free counselling sessions per person are available (bookings are essential) for children, young people and adults. The counselling service is provided for anyone who is experiencing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, gender and identity issues, intimacy issues, impacts of natural disasters, adjustment issues, coping with change, workplace stress & anxiety, personal development and career adjustment and transition.

Please be advised that for the eligibility criteria, every client must have a mental health care plan from their GP in place by the 3rd counselling session.

JP Services (Justice of Peace Services)

Thursday 10AM - 12PM (not on public holidays)

A complimentary Justice of the Peace service is available at YMCA Wynnum Community Centre every Thursday from 1PM to 3PM.

Financial Counselling

Every Tuesday (by appointment)

Good Shepherd’s Financial Wellbeing and Recovery Program (FW&R) is a free, non-judgemental, and confidential service offered at the Y Wynnum Community Centre.

The Good Shepherd Financial Resilience worker provides support in:

  • understanding finances
  • budgeting & prioritizing expenses
  • identifying financial risks
  • absorbing financial shocks
  • improving management of money
  • establishing savings
  • accessing No Interest Loans (NILS)

Wynnum Community Resources

Housing

BABI
Youth and Family Medium Transitional Supported Accommodation Service.
Please contact BABI on 3393 4176 to get more information on how to apply for BABI housing.

Footprints Homeless Response Service
PH: 07 3252 3488
www.footprintscommunity.org.au

Mangrove House
6/70 Andrew St Wynnum
PH: 07 3893 3299

Silky Oaks
Housing and Homeless programs Service
Bayside Hub, 218 Manly Road, Manly 4179
PH: 07 3906 8888

Family Support

Silky Oaks
Bayside Hub, 218 Manly Road, Manly 4179
PH: 07 3906 8888

Queensland Breast feeding Association QLD
www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Micah Projects - Young Mothers for Young Women
PH: 07 33949100

  • Women 25 years and under pregnant/ parenting access to specialist antenatal services and midwifery care
  • Individualised, planned family support and advocacy services
  • A dynamic early childhood education program
  • Mothers' groups specifically designed for young mothers
  • Referral to other services providing health, housing, income, legal and relationship advice and support
  • School readiness support through the Parents as Teachers (PAT) home visitation program

BABI
Family Support Services
34 Bay Terrace Wynnum
PH: 3393 4176

Domestic and Family Violence

DV Connect Womens line
PH: 1800 811 811

DV Connect Mens line
PH: 1800 600 636

Senior Community

Wynnum 60 And Better Programme
A range of programs available in Wynnum CBD phone 0733486306 to inquire.

Waterloo Bay Leisure Centre
241 Tingal Rd, Wynnum
To find out about senior specific programs phone 073396 9488

Wynnum Manly & Districts Men’s Shed
Ph: 073396-8282

Food Relief

Wynnum Baptist Church Food Relief
When: Wednesday 9:30am - 11:30am
Where: Wynnum Baptist Church Activity Centre
Phone: (07) 3390 5833
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St Pete’s Pantry - St Peter’s Anglican Church
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 9:00am - 11:00am
Where: 84 Bride Street Wynnum
Phone: (07) 3893 2492
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Wynnum Community Place ER and Food
When: Tuesday: 10:00am – 2:00pm Thursday: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: 55 Berrima Street Wynnum
Phone: 3387 2224

Become A Volunteer at Wynnum Community Hub

We are looking for volunteers to add value to our Community and Youth Programs. Please contact us for more details if you are interested.

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Feedback & Complaints

We strive to maintain a high standard of customer service at all times and welcome feedback about your experience with the Y. We also recognise that complaints may sometimes arise and will ensure that any such feedback is addressed in a consistent, fair and open manner. We aim to acknowledge feedback within 3 business days, however if you require an immediate response or assistance, please contact the relevant centre or service directly.

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